Cost of Living in Hebbronville, TX

Population 4,324 · Texas · Data vintage 2023

51
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Hebbronville's median household income of $42,347 is a meaningful share below the national figure, which shapes most of the downstream economic indicators — from housing affordability to the share of residents living below the poverty line (33% here). At 7.0%, the local unemployment rate runs well above the US figure, pointing to structural rather than cyclical labor-market issues.

Hebbronville is about 50 miles east of Laredo, the nearest large metro — close enough that regional housing and labor patterns are shaped largely by the larger market. Median home values run roughly 27% lower than Laredo's $182,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 43
Rent 62

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Hebbronville

The median home value in Hebbronville is $132,400 — 57% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $821/month, 38% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $42,347/year is 43% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 7.0%, above the national average of 4.8%. Texas charges no state income tax, a meaningful advantage for take-home pay. The climate averages highs of 84.6°F and lows of 61.1°F. Overall, Hebbronville has a cost of living index of 51 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 49% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$132,400
57% below avg
Zillow Home Value
$236,095
Zillow ZHVI
Median Rent
$821/mo
38% below avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
13.4x
Favors buying
Property Tax Rate
1.7%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$766
1 BR
$811
2 BR
$981
3 BR
$1,307
4 BR
$1,509
Owner-occupied 59.6%
Renter-occupied 40.4%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$821
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,435/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
28.3 min
5% above avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
3.8%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
72.3%
Carpooled
22.7%
Walked
0.8%
Work from home
3.8%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax (flat) None
Total Sales Tax 8.2%
State rate 6.3%
Avg local rate 1.9%
Property Tax 1.7%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$42,347
43% below avg
Per Capita Income
$16,964
Unemployment Rate
7.0%
44% above avg
Poverty Rate
33.2%
Labor Force Participation
58.6%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 12.9%
Graduate degree 5.7%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 25
Male median age 23.9
Female median age 26.6

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
84.6°F
Avg Low
61.1°F
Annual Precip
29.1"
40° 55° 70° 85° 100° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 697479859095979893877870
Low °F 454956626973747471625347
Precip" 1.191.332.171.464.133.662.612.914.511.721.581.86

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Hebbronville, TX?

Hebbronville has a cost index of 51 (100 = national average). It is 49% below the national average.

What is average rent in Hebbronville, TX?

The median gross rent in Hebbronville is $821 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Hebbronville?

The median home value in Hebbronville is $132,400 according to Zillow and Census data.

What is the median income in Hebbronville?

The median household income in Hebbronville is $42,347 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Hebbronville, TX?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Hebbronville is 8.2%. Texas has no state income tax.

Is Hebbronville, TX affordable?

Yes, Hebbronville is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 51 — about 49% below the US national average of 100.

What is the weather like in Hebbronville?

Hebbronville has average high temperatures of 84.6°F and average lows of 61.1°F. Annual precipitation is 29.1". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Hebbronville at a Glance

Population
4,324
Median Income
$42,347
Home Value
$132,400
Median Rent
$821/mo
Unemployment
7.0%
Avg High Temp
84.6°F
Sales Tax
8.2%
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